Luftmopped

The dream of flying is as old as humanity itself—and the idea of combining a land vehicle with an aircraft is nothing new either. What makes this concept unique is the combination of a motorcycle and a gyrocopter. In terms of riding dynamics, a motorcycle is much closer to an aircraft than a car could ever be. A gyrocopter, which generates lift through autorotation, is simpler, safer, and more compact than other aircraft concepts, making it particularly suitable for transforming the vehicle from a motorcycle into an aircraft as quickly as possible.

The rider sits in a reclined position. A load-bearing composite shell—with an asymmetric design that allows easy access—and a Wankel rotary engine help keep the vehicle lightweight, while a continuously variable transmission and combined braking system make it easy to operate.

When riding on the road, the rotor blades are folded above the front wheel, and the propeller folds into the hubless rear wheel, which drives the motorcycle.

During flight, the fully enclosed front wheel with hub-center steering also acts as an additional rudder. The main flight controls are provided by the rotor, which can tilt in all directions. The rider uses the same steering movements as on the road, while altitude changes are controlled by pulling the handlebars closer or pushing them away.

The chosen design allows both the motorcycle and aircraft to remain fully functional, with very few compromises between the two. It makes the dream of flying possible with surprisingly simple means.